Paula Abdul Quits Idol on Twitter

Paula Abdul’s Idol journey is officially over, with the longtime reality judge announcing her termination from the show on her Twitter feed.

Abdul, who has been with American Idol since its creation, said that she had made the decision to leave, but would miss the show terrribly and was grateful for all the love and support she had received over the years.

“With sadness in my heart, I’ve decided not to return to ‘Idol,’” her Tweet read. “I’ll miss nurturing all the new talent,but most of all being a part of a show that I helped from Day 1 become an international phenomenon… What I want to say most, is how much I appreciate the undying support and enormous love that you have showered upon me… It truly has been breathtaking, especially over the past month… I do without any doubt have the BEST fans in the entire world and I love you all.”

Although Abdul hadn’t made it official with the show’s producers, a joint statement from Fox, FremantleMedia and 19 Entertainment – the brawn behind Idol – confirmed that the former performing artist would not be returning the for the show’s ninth cycle.

The statement read: “Paula Abdul has been an important part of the ‘American Idol’ family over the last eight seasons, and we are saddened that she has decided not to return to the show. While Paula will not be continuing with us, she’s a tremendous talent and we wish her the best.”

Apparently, Abdul was demanding $20 million to stick with the reality show. She rejected an offer of a 30 % pay increase, which would have seen the onetime singer pocket an eight-figure sum in a multiyear deal.

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Cowell Wants Abdul Back on Idol

Simon Cowell has made it known to the powers that be that he wants co-judge Paula Abdul back on American Idol for season 8.

It was announced yesterday by Abdul’s manager that it was “unlikely” the former singer would be renewing her contract with the FOX network reality show; however, both Cowell and host Ryan Seacrest have said Paula will be back.

“She’ll be fine. She’ll be on the show,” Cowell told Extra on Monday. “I don’t get a lot of say. I’ve just made it clear that I want Paula on the show. Full stop.”

Host Seacrest said: “I think as far as I know you’ll see everybody back. I hope so.”

Word on the street is that Abdul’s contract has yet to be renewed because of on-going talks regarding money issues. Apparently, since both Seacrest and Cowell have received massive pay increases for the coming season, Abdul’s singing out for more money as well – $20 million, to be exact.

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Paula Abdul Out of American Idol

The latest season of American Idol may have been Paula Abdul’s last, with the reality television judge’s manager revealing that she may not be returning to the hit series.

At this point in time, Abdul’s manager David Sonenberg says it “doesn’t appear” Paula will be back, as there has been no proposal for a new contract sent for his perusal.

Earlier in the year, Kevin Reilly – the Fox entertainment president – said that Abdul was “an integral part of the show.” However, with auditions for the new season of Idol starting later this month, it’s looking highly unlikely that Abdul will be back for another series.

Other Idol stalwarts Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Ryan Seacrest are already on board, with both Cowell and Seacrest snagging substantial pay rises with their new contracts.

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Paula’s American Idol Stuff Up

Was Paula Abdul pissed, heavily scripted, or just stupid?

Watch the following video from American Idol and you be the judge.

Paula Abdul’s Urine Stolen by Obsessed Fan

Here’s a funny story that I thought was perfect for a hectic pre-Christmas Friday afternoon…

Paula Abdul, one of the three regular judges on hit U.S. talent show, American Idol, once had a urine sample stolen by an obsessed fan! The television personality and former singer recalls the incident with humour now, though I imagine it may have left the 45-year-old more than a little uncomfortable at the time.

Paula explains: “Well, this is gross, but I was once at the gynaecologist and my doctor said, ‘We asked you to do a urine sample, so where is it?’

“I told him that I’d left it out in reception, and when he came back he said, ‘This is really embarrassing but a man who works here is your biggest fan and he stole it.’

“Needless to say he got fired. In hindsight it’s a funny story.”

I wonder whether the sample turned up on eBay at some point, or whether it still sits in the creepy guy’s place today, framed on top of a Paula Abdul mantlepiece, in between a lock of her hair and a jar of her crap? Or perhaps the hospital just asked if they could kindly have it back.

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Paula Abdul Cancels Interviews

Idol star Paula Abdul has cancelled all of her interviews today, after a rather embarrassing video where she appears drunk was released on YouTube.

In the video, Paula slurs and makes some rather odd movements, prompting speculation that she was drunk, or highly medicated…or both!

Her spokesperson, Jeff Ballard, has released a statement in regard to the issue:

“She was exhausted. This was at the end of three days of press (interviews and appearances), and she has had cameras following her around for a reality TV show too. She was sitting in a room with just a camera and a mic on, and the controllers dropped the sound twice, which is why she rolled her eyes. She never drinks. I have known Paula Abdul since she was 13, and I have never seen her drink ever in my life. And no, she is not on any kind of medication. She was a little tired.”

Never had a drink in her life?? Aren’t they forgetting last year’s Emmy’s and her druken outburst??

Edit: You can view the video of Paula’s drunken interview here.

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Concerns for Paula after Druken Emmy’s Outburst

During a post-Emmy’s live interview, American Idol judge and ex-pop tart Paula Abdul shocked fans with her drunken tirade on fellow reality show The Amazing Race.

Paula slurred, “Amazing Race is so…we hear it so many times that we all chant, ‘Amazing Race,’” after being asked how she felt about losing the Outstanding Reality/Competition Emmy to the show.

Pointing at vacant air with arms flying, Paula then complained about this season’s American Idol auditions, and the lack of talent.

It seems Paula may need some help after this new outburst, putting more credibility to the rumours of the former pop tart turning up to Idol appearances intoxicated.

If her current dress sense is any indication, she may need more help than we think.